Michael Joseph Jackson

Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer. Dubbed the "King of Pop", he was one of the most popular entertainers in the world, and was the best-selling music artist during the year of his death.[1][2] Jackson's contributions to music, dance, and fashion[3][4][5] along with his publicized personal life made him a global figure in popular culture for over four decades.

Michael Jackson
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Jackson performing in June 1988
Born
Michael Joseph Jackson
August 29, 1958
Gary, Indiana, U.S.
Died
June 25, 2009 (aged 50)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Cause of death
Cardiac arrest induced by acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication
Burial place
Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, California, U.S.
Other names
Michael Joe Jackson
Occupation
Singer songwriter dancer
Spouse(s)
Lisa Marie Presley
(m. 1994; div. 1996)
Debbie Rowe
(m. 1996; div. 1999)
Children
3, including Paris Jackson
Parents
Joe Jackson (father)
Katherine Jackson (mother)
Family
Jackson family
Musical career
Genres
Pop soul rhythm and blues funk rock disco post-disco dance-pop new jack swing
Instruments
Vocals
Years active
1964–2009
Labels
Steeltown Motown Epic Legacy Sony MJJ Productions
Associated acts
The Jackson 5 Janet Jackson Stevie Wonder Lionel Richie Quincy Jones Teddy Riley
Website
michaeljackson.com
Signature
Michael Jackson signature.svg